SouthPaulding_SportsProgram_2023.indd

SUPERINTENDENT

STEVE BARNETTE Welcome to the 2023-2024 school year! I want to thank you for all the support you provide our schools and the students of Paulding County. I would also like to thank our athletes, coaches, boosters, and families for their commitment to our extracurricular programs. Through extracurricular athletics our students have

a platform where they can demonstrate their skills and talents, and in many ways the life lessons they gain, and the bonds they form, are a perfect complement to the academic instruction they receive in the classroom. The vision of the Paulding County School District is to “Prepare students for success, today and tomorrow,” and extracurricular activities are a vital component of that preparation. Studies have shown that students who learn the lessons of competition along with the structure and discipline of being part of a team, often have a head start on attaining success later in life. Extracurricular activities also help build a sense of community and can play a major role in the culture of a school. Good sportsmanship is a combination of responsibilities, attitudes, and behaviors that demon strate respect, integrity, and fairness in sports and competition. Here are a few reminders on responsibilities and respect. Responsibility. Acknowledge mistakes and take responsibility for your actions, whether positive or negative. Encourage and support teammates, understanding that individual success is tied to the success of the team. Lead by example, inspiring others with your dedication, hard work, and sportsmanship both on and off the field. A good sportsman represents their school in a positive light, understanding that their actions on and off the field reflect on the institution they belong to. Prioritize the safety of all participants and avoid overly aggressive or reckless behavior that may lead to injury. Respect. Show respect toward your opponent regardless of the outcome of the competition. Display humility in victory, avoiding excessive celebration or gloating. Similarly, show resilience and dignity in defeat, accept the results with composure and as a learning opportunity. Respect the authority of coaches and officials, communicating disagreements with civility. Respect the rules and adhere to the spirit of the game. Never cheat, intentionally break the rules, or try to gain an unfair advantage over your opponent. Thank you again for your support, and I hope that all our students and their families have a wonderful 2023-2024 school year!

Sincerely,

Steve Barnette Superintendent

PRINCIPAL EDWARD R. THOMAS

Thank you so much for supporting our fall program. We are excited about kicking off this year and know our students and fall program participants are as well. We have so many positives that occur daily on campus, it is excellent that this booklet showcases some of that positivity. I would like to thank all those that participate and are a part of our programs as well as

those that support them. Thank you to those that have helped produce this publication and those that have and are supporting this publication. We have an amazing community that expects excellence, and we are excited anytime we have the opportunity to display that excellence. I have been in education since 2004. Newly out of Florida A & M University with a Bachelor’s degree in Theatre Education, I began my educational career in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida at Palm Beach Gardens High School. After a rewarding yet brief stint in Florida teaching Theatre and Reading, I was led to South Paulding High School where I continued my educational and professional growth. I am a proud “ground breaker” of South Paulding High School and have been here since it opened its doors to the youth of Paulding County in 2006. I enjoyed multiple years of teaching 9th Grade Literature and coaching basketball. During this time, I acquired my Master’s degree in Educational Leadership from the University of West Georgia. I have been able to serve as an administrator here since 2012. I have been blessed with the opportunity and the responsibility to make a positive impact on SPHS and the surrounding community now in the role of Principal. In addition to my South Paulding family, is my wonderful wife and biggest supporter Cassandra. When not at South we enjoy traveling, socializing with King, our dog, and spending time with family. Education has opened many doors for me and has been a bridge to a plethora of destinations. My hope and passion is to build as many bridges as I can to help those that walk through South Paulding’s doors reach their own meaning and expectations of success.

Ms. Toler is entering her first year as Athletic Director/Assistant Principal at South Paulding High School. She is a native of Mableton, Georgia and has lived in the South Paulding community for the past 20 years. She holds a bachelor’s degree in early childhood/Special Education from Mercer University, a master’s ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL/ ATHLETIC DIRECTOR SHANNON TOLER

in special education from Capella University, and Tier I Leadership Certificate from University of West Georgia. Ms. Toler is entering her 9th year in education and her 2nd year in administration all of which have been in the Paulding County School District. She began her teaching career at Dugan Elementary where she spent one year teaching 4th grade and three years teaching 5th grade. From there, she moved across campus to South Paulding to serve as an Interrelated English teacher for three years. Ms. Toler has been a coach in the community for the past 20 years. She began her coaching career at New Georgia Ballpark coaching youth cheerleading for the South Paulding Bears. In 2011, she worked with the high school and booster club to rebrand as South Paulding Spartans and transition to have their home field be moved to SPHS. She served as the youth cheerleading director before moving to coach 7th grade cheerleaders for two years. Ms. Toler then coached the JV cheerleaders before taking on the head coach role in 2017 where she stayed until taking the position as an assistant principal in 2022. In addition to her South Paulding family, Ms. Toler has three children. Brianna is a 2017 SPHS graduate, Gracie is a 2022 SPHS graduate, and Luke will walk across the stage in 2030. She loves spending time with family and when not at South, they spend many days at the ballpark watching Luke play baseball or at Life University where Gracie cheers. Ms. Toler has been blessed with the opportunity to make a positive impact on every student that walks through the doors of South Paulding High School. She thrives on community involvement and loves to foster the growth of young athletes. Her goal as athletic director is to facilitate a program of coaches that are all in and committed to the academic and athletic success of our young athletes, as well as mentoring these athletes as productive and positive members of our community.

TEAM PHYSICIAN & ATHLETIC TRAINER

DR. NATALIE WITTE - TEAM PHYSICIAN Dr. Witte is a Primary Care Sports Medicine physician, board certified in both Family and Sports Medicine. She was born near St. Louis, Missouri where she graduated valedictorian and scholar athlete from West County High School in Leadwood, Missouri. From high school, she went straight into medical school, in a combined BA/MD program at University of Missouri- Kansas City School of Medicine. Following medical school, she completed her family medicine residency at Barberton Citizens’ hospital in Barberton,OH, where she served as chief resident. After residency, Dr. Witte completed her Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship

at the renowned Cleveland Clinic, where she provided team coverage for multiple sports teams, including the NBA Cleveland Cavaliers and NFL Cleveland Browns. While practicing in Arizona, Dr. Witte served at both the committee and board levels of Scottsdale Health Partners and Innovation Care Partners, clinically integrating independent physicians to assist with providing quality healthcare. During this time, she also provided sideline and clinical coverage for student-athletes at Notre Dame Prep high school and Arizona Christian University. Since moving to Georgia in 2018, she has continued to care for athletes through event sideline coverage partnering with PT Solutions and serving as the South Paulding Spartans Team Orthopedic Physician. Dr. Witte works at Welstar Pediatric Orthopedic (formally known as Pedatrics Orthopedics Associates and Next Level Sports) and will be starting her 6th year serving as a team physician for the South Paulding Spartans. It has been an honor helping to keep all athletes playing safely and at the top of their game.

KAITLYN CAMP - ATHLETIC TRAINER Kaitlyn Camp was born and raised in Powder Springs, Georgia. She graduated from Hiram High School and went on to attend Young Harris College to play softball for 2 years then transferred to Georgia College in Milledgeville GA where she received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Athletic Training with a minor in Physical Education. She received her Master in Science from the University of South Florida through the Post-Professional Athletic training program in May of 2021. Kaitlyn has always had a passion for the medical field and athletics. She realized she wanted to go into Athletic training at an early age and started as a student athletic training

aid in high school. She also spent a lot of time in the training room herself as she was a 3 season athlete throughout high school. She is passionate about all the athletes that she has served throughout her 8 years with PT Solutions. She started with PT Solutions as an intern and once became certified started at New Manchester High School in Douglasville, Ga in 2015 as their first Athletic Trainer, then transferred to South Paulding High School in January of 2017 and still continues to serve our Spartan community for going on 7 years. Kaitlyn was also a recipient of the 2016 Unstoppable Award. She is also recently promoted to a Senior AT within PT Solutions that oversees 5 other AT’s and their schools. In her free time, she loves to spend time with family and friends. She loves to spend time relaxing by a pool or at a beach. Kaitlyn is married to Jake Camp who is also the Head Boys Soccer Coach at South Paulding High School. They both really love having the chance to work together on the same sideline and serve their community together which they call home. Kaitlyn and Jake have a daughter Daniella “Dani” Camp born in March of 2023 and a fur baby named Kaiser. Both love to keep them busy and on their toes.

JROTC INSTRUCTORS MAJ (R) ROBERT NEWBILL Major (retired) Robert Newbill enlisted in the Army in 1995 after high school and was later accepted into the United States Military Academy. In 2002, he graduated from West Point with a Bachelor of Science in Systems Engineering and was commissioned a second lieutenant in the Infantry.

MAJ(R) Newbill served in various assignments during his career, including two combat deployments, and retired from active-duty service in 2019. Since retiring, he worked two years as a project manager in the commercial construction industry before be coming a JROTC instructor. MAJ(R) Newbill’s wife, Jerah, teaches seventh grade math at Sammy McClure Middle School. Their daughter, Lilly, attends college at the University of North Georgia. Their daughter, Ella, is a member of the North Paulding High School cheer team and JROTC program. Their son, Samuel, plays baseball and attends Sammy McClure Middle School. SFC (R) JAMES R. GLENN - ARMY INSTRUCTOR Sergeant First Class James R. Glenn was born here in Atlanta, Georgia, and grew up in Hogansville, Georgia. He graduated from Hogansville High School and assumed a career in the Armed Forces. His family history includes his father who served in the Army during the Korean and Vietnam War Era, uncles and cousins who also served in the Army during World War II, Korean War, and The Vietnam War, which led to an easy decision for him to serve in the Armed Forces. His military career led him to several locations around the globe, including Infantry units in North Carolina, California, countries of Asia, countries of the Middle East, and two deployments. He served in two major Infantry Divisions and Expeditionary Forces, 1 st and 2 nd Infantry Division, and 1 st and 2 nd Expeditionary Force, which are Tip of The Spear – Long Range Surveillance Units Special Forces Capable, and lastly The Recruiting Battalion for the Army National Guard here in Douglas and Paulding Counties. He received his Bachelor’s degree in International Business and his Master’s degree in Organizational Leadership, while serving on active duty. Upon retiring, he began teaching Army JROTC for Fulton County Schools, and now the awesome South Paulding High School – Go Spartan’s!

His military education includes:

· NCOIC Course (Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge) · 1 st Sergeants Course · Senior Leadership Course · Officer Strength Maintenance Course · ROTC Instructor Course · Conversion Course

· Recruiting & Retention · Low Altitude Air Defense (LAAD) · Reconnaissance Training / Insertion and Extraction · Marine Squad Leader · Light Armored Vehicle Crewman

Football & Sports Medicine

Spartan Football & Cheer

FOOTBALL COACHES

BIO: Coach Allen has coaching experience in Texas, Florida and Georgia in various capacities to include position coach, coordinator, assistant head coach, assistant athletic director and head weightlifting coach. Most recently, Coach Allen led the offense of 7A Pebblebrook High School, where he received multiple awards and recognition for his outstanding performance. In 2021, he was honored as the Parker Resources 7a Coordinator of the year, and in 2022, he was recognized as the 7A Qb Coach of the year. Coach Allen’s dedication to coaching goes beyond the football field. He was also recognized as a Soldiers to Sidelines Legacy of Leadership Honoree, which speaks to his commitment to leadership and mentorship. Additionally, he is an active member of the Georgia Minority coaches association, working to support and empower minority coaches. Coach Allen graduated with a Bachelors and Masters from the University of Mary Hardin Baylor and his Education Specialist from Valdosta State University. Outside of his coaching career, Coach Allen is a devoted husband and father. He has been mar ried to his wife Alyssa for nine years, and they have two beautiful children, Jaiden and Raelynn. Coach Allen brings his strong work ethic, leadership skills, and passion for football to South Paulding, and is sure to make a positive impact on the program.

MAURICE ALLEN VARSITY HEAD COACH

COACHING EXPERIENCE: 9

Pictured with: Wife Alyssa and Children Jaiden & Raelynn

AWARDS: 2022 7A Offensive Coordinator of the year 2023 7A QB Coach of the year, Soldiers to Sidelines Legacy of Leadership Coach of year.

HOMETOWN: Deland Florida

SPOUSE / CHILDREN: Wife Alyssa, Son Jaiden, Daughter Raelynn and expecting another Daughter Olivia.

HOBBIES: Spending time with family, traveling and football.

CODY PRYDE WIDE RECEIVERS TIGHTENDS/COACH

JAHAD RILEY WIDE RECEIVERS COACH

BIO: Army veteran

SPOUSE / CHILDREN: Wife - Ronnie Daughters Aniyah and Jai’Onni

COACHING EXPERIENCE: 3

HOMETOWN: Daytona Beach

HOBBIES: Working out

FOOTBALL COACHES

BIO: Coach Seth Ulsh, known for his drive, commitment and enthusiasm for the game. Coach Ulsh enters his first year at South Paulding as the Tight Ends Coach. Coach Ulsh has an extensive twelve year career within the public safety sector. Coach Ulsh has coaching experience in Florida and Georgia. Coach Ulsh was an all state offensive tackle and power lifter at Vanguard High School. He furthered his football career as a full scholarship student athlete at the University of Central Florida. Coach Ulsh graduated from UCF with a Masters degree in Criminal Justice and a minor in Coaching. After college, Coach Ulsh enjoyed playing football for the Orlando Guardians, in the National Public Safety Football League. Coach Ulsh is a former Young Life leader and has a passion for mentoring today’s youth. Coach Ulsh holds traditional values, putting his faith and family first. He has been married to his wife Brianna for eleven years. Together they have an 8 year old son, Wyatt and expecting a baby girl in September. Coach Ulsh is excited to help row the boat, with his knowledge and love of the game, at South Paulding High School.

SETH ULSH OFFENSIVE LINE COACH

COACHING EXPERIENCE: 3

HOMETOWN: Waterbury, CT

SPOUSE / CHILDREN: (Wife) - Brianna (Son) - Wyatt (Daughter) - Emory

HOBBIES: Faith - Family - Football - Fishing - Hunting

JEROME DANIEL JR. 9TH GRADE OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR

CRAIG YOUNG DEFENSIVE LINE COACH

BIO: Native of Rome, Ga played football and ran track @ East Rome High School attended West Ga. College obtained a BA in Psychology and competed a MS in Mental Health Counseling at Capella University. Happily married for 20 years proud father of 3 awesome children. Member of Linked Up Church in Powder Springs.

BIO: I am an elementary school teacher who loves to see students succeed in the classroom and on the field. I have been in the south district for over 18 years. I am passionate about the role i play in the south paulding football program.

COACHING EXPERIENCE: High school 3 years Middle school 5 years Youth 5”

COACHING EXPERIENCE: 10 years

HOMETOWN: Mogadore, Ohio

AWARDS: 25 years faithful service award for DBHDD

SPOUSE / CHILDREN: Wife Elizabeth Sons Michael, Andrew and Caden Daughters Erin and Allie”

HOMETOWN: Rome Ga

SPOUSE / CHILDREN: Spouse Ayanna Clarke-Daniel, children: Jara Daniel, Joshua Daniel, and Braylon Daniel

HOBBIES: Football, Hunting and Fishing

HOBBIES: Working out and health & wellness

FOOTBALL COACHES

BIO: Originally from Albany, Ga, Coach Dontavious Lawson matured in Powder Springs, Ga. Coach Lawson graduated from McEachern High School, where he served as captain of the football team and received All-County and All-Region honors. His leadership and play earned him a scholarship to further his education by playing football at the illustrious Stillman College in Tuscaloosa, AL. Coach Lawson would finish his career at Stillman College as team captain yet again, having earned himself 4 Letters and an All-Conference Honor. Majoring in Health and Physical Education, Coach Lawson earned his Bachelor of Science with honors distinctions. Coach Lawson began his coaching career midway through the 2016 season with his high school alma mater as an Assistant Varsity Offensive Line Coach. At McEachern his coaching helped pave the way for a 1,000-yard rusher in three consecutive seasons and reaching the 7A State Semifinals twice. In 2019 he moved on to become Varsity Offensive Line Coach and Run Game Coordinator at Pebblebrook High School. Here he was an intracule piece in building the program for continued success, coaching teams that broke school records in scoring and ending a playoff advancement drought. Coach Lawson known as a Player’s Coach” has often been able to gain the respect of players while consistently chal lenging them to be their best, on and off the field. Coach Lawson joins the South Paulding Spartans as Offensive Coordinator and Offensive line coach, where he drives identity and culture while standing on the team’s pillars of BELIEF, OWNERSHIP, ATTITUDE, and TOUGHNESS. Along with Coach Lawson joins his wife Razalyn, and daughter Reese, 9 who are most excited for the next chapter in the journey.

DONTAVIOUS LAWSON OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR

COACHING EXPERIENCE: 10

HOMETOWN: Albany Georgia

SPOUSE / CHILDREN: Razalyn, and daughter Reese

CHARLES CHEEK DEFENSIVE COORDINATOR

MICHAEL YOUNG DEFENSIVE LINE / 9TH GRADE DEFENSIVE COORDINATOR

BIO: Defensive Coordinator Coming to South from Centennial High school where Coach helped the Knights go 5-5 and earn a state playoff berth for the first time since 2016. Coach Cheek has also have previous stops at McEachern HS, Stockbridge HS, and 7 years on the collegiate level.

BIO: My name is Michael Young. I am a full time student at Kennesaw State University studying health and physical education. This is my first year coaching, however I have played football since I was in 4th grade including college football at Reinhardt University. I will be also coaching middle school 7th grade and freshman defense. I’m super excited for this opportunity and cannot wait for the season.

COACHING EXPERIENCE: 12

COACHING EXPERIENCE: 1st year

HOMETOWN: Fayetteville, GA

HOMETOWN: Paulding County

SPOUSE / CHILDREN: Wife- Krissy/ Daughter- Charlie

Pictured with: Wife Krissy Cheek and daughter Charlie Cheek

SPOUSE / CHILDREN: Emily Barnett

HOBBIES: Traveling with the family, listening to music, and sitting on the couch watching college football all day Saturdays in the fall

HOBBIES: Hunting, fishing, camping, riding 4 wheelers, and hanging out with family and my girlfriend.

FOOTBALL COACHES

BIO: I believe it is essential to instill in student-athletes the ability to articulate goals, build team strength, and develop character istics to achieve those goals with perseverance and dedication. I have a great background working with parents, boosters, and the community to ensure the continuous development of athletic programs.

SCOOTER HOUSTON LINEBACKERS CO-DC

COACHING EXPERIENCE: 10

AWARDS: Golden Apple Recipient (2020) , Teacher of the Month x2 Assistant Coach of the Year: 3, Region Championships: 6, Sweet Sixteen: 7, Elite 8: 5, Semi-Finals: 3, State-Runner Up: 2”

HOMETOWN: Peachtree City, GA

SPOUSE / CHILDREN: Wife: Alisa Houston

Daughter: Brynlee Houston (8) Daughter: Adalee Houston (5) Son: Huxley Houston (9 Months)”

Pictured with: Wife Alisa Houston Children, Brynlee Houston, Adalee Houston, Huxley Houston

HOBBIES: Family, Golf, Hunting

BIO: Coach Bridger West brings a wealth of experience and dedication to the South Paulding community as he joins us from the University of Texas El Paso (UTEP) and Texas A&M Kingsville. With a background steeped in sports and service, Coach West is poised to make a lasting impact on our school. A proud Air Force veteran, Coach West’s commitment to discipline, teamwork, and leadership was honed during his time in the military. After completing his service, he pursued higher education at UTEP, where he not only earned his degree but also developed a deep passion for sports and coaching. For the past five years, Coach West has been instrumental in the athletic programs at UTEP and Texas A&M Kingsville. His coaching prowess and dedication to student-athletes have earned him a reputation for excellence. He is committed to foster ing a culture of teamwork, respect, and continuous improvement, both on and off the field.

BRIDGER WEST DEFENSIVE LINE COACH

In addition to his coaching role, Coach West will be imparting his knowledge and enthusiasm for physical education to our students. His goal is to inspire a lifelong love of physical activity and healthy living in the next generation.

Outside of his professional life, Coach West shares a beautiful life with his wife, Cheyenne, and their two wonderful children, Adeline and Archer. Their support and love are the driving forces behind his career, and they are excited to become a part of the South Paulding community.

COACHING EXPERIENCE: 7

SPOUSE / CHILDREN: Adeline and Archer

HOBBIES: Family, Camping, Hunting

FOOTBALL COACHES

BIO: Carviss Jones is from Dacula, Ga. He graduated from Dacula HS in 2009 where he earned Varsity letters as a member of the football team playing Fullback and Defensive Nose. He attended Alabama State University in Montgomery, AL on Academic Scholarship and preferred walk on for Football, He played 4 years as a FB/RB on the football team. Graduated from Alabama St. in 2014 with Honors and BS in Physical Education and Health. This is Carviss Jones 8th season coaching High School Football. He started his coaching career while still in High school at 17 years old as his younger brother’s little league football coach. At Dacula he coached 9th grade football and Varsity Boys Track team from (2016-2018). Served as a Wide Receiver/Defensive Back at Gainesville Middle assist with Varsity and HS Varsity Track & Field coach from (2019-2021). He also was a Wide Receivers coach for Apalachee Hs for a single season. He coachedfor one season at McEachern HS as a defensive backs coach and served as the JV - Defensive Coordinator.

CARVISS JONES OUTSIDE LINEBACKERS COACH

He is engaged to his Fiancée Jasmine and they have 2 sons Kayden (6) and Caz (NewBorn)

Pictured with: Wife Alisa Houston Children, Brynlee Houston, Adalee Houston, Huxley Houston

CHARLIE TRIPLETT OFFENSIVE LINE COACH

DWAYNE DANIEL SPECIAL TEAMS

BRIAN BEASLEY QUARTERBACK COACH

KRIS BEASLEY RUNNINGBACK COACH

TONY JONES CORNERS COACH

Football & Cheer

Seniors

2024 FOOTBALL

SENIORS

CLASS OF

GABE BOBBITT

CJ CARRINGTON

THAI COLLINS

BRANNON FARMER

TALON GARRETT

CADE GRINSTEAD

CAMDEN JACKSON

KAI KELLER

RABON LATHAM

MAYS MATTHEWS

CAMERON MOON

2024 FOOTBALL

SENIORS

CLASS OF

JUDE PARROT

JOSHUA PGOUDA

MAHKI POWELL

CARSON QUADAGNO

DJ REESE

RYAN SEYMOUR

BRANDEN STERLING

SKEETER STRICKLAND

TAVON WRIGHT

SAM YERTA

SPARTANS FOOTBALL SCHEDULES

2023 South Paulding High School Football Schedule Varsity Football

Date Opponent Hiram HS Harrison HS Carrollton HS Away BYE WEEK September 8 th 7:30pm North Paulding Away September 15 th 7:30pm East Paulding* Home September 22 nd 7:30pm Newnan* Away September 29 th 7:30pm Paulding Co.* Home October 6 th 7:30pm New Manchester* Away October 13 th BYE WEEK October 20 th 7:30pm Alexander* Home HC/Pink Out October 27 th 7:30pm Langston Hughes* Away November 3 rd 7:30pm Douglas Co.* Home Sr. Night *- Region Games JV Football Date Time Opponent Location August 24 th 5:30pm Hiram HS Home August 31 st Open September 7 th East Paulding HS Away September 14 th 5:30pm North Paulding HS Home September 21 st 5:30pm Paulding Co. HS Away September 28 th Fall Break October 5 th Villa Rica Away October 12 th Hillgrove Home October 19 th East Paulding Home October 26 th Open 9 th Grade Football Date Time Opponent Location August 24 th 5:30pm Hiram HS Away August 31 st Open September 7 th 5:30pm East Paulding HS Home September 14 th 5:30pm North Paulding HS Away September 21 st 5:30pm Paulding Co. HS Home September 28 th Fall Break October 5 th October 12 th Langston Hughes Away October 19 th East Paulding Away October 26 th Open Location August 11 th August 18 th August 25 th September 1 st 7:30pm 7:30pm Home Home (Fall Break) Time

Special Event Scrimmage Youth/Jr. Night

VARSITY FOOTBALL ROSTER

#0 JOSHUA PGOUDA #1 DRADEN FULBRIGHT

#25 LUCAS HAYES #26 DEJON GOINS #27 TY DOBSON #28 JASE ARWOOD #29 TOI BOYKIN

#59 JD SWANN #60 JAMES ABERNATHY #61 KAI KELLER KELLER #64 SAM YERTA #70 JAYCE SANKER #71 DAHMARI THOMAS #73 MICAH GRIFFIN #74 CLATON DIXON #75 WILL ANDERTON #76 NATE PARISH #77 COOPER COX #79 PARKER HARELSON #80 JAMARIS MCCLENTON #81 KOLE WEISMAN #82 JOHN GRECO #83 JEREMIAH WAGNER #85 TYLER LEYSHON #84 DAVID MCMILLIAN

#2 THAI COLLINS #3 BEN FARMER

#4 RYAN SEYMOUR #5 CJ CARRINGTON #6 ALBERT MCCOY #7 BRANDEN STERLING #8 PARKER COLE #9 TAVON WRIGHT #10 CADE GRINSTEAD #11 CAMDEN JACKSON #12 BRANNON FARMER #13 KADE WIGGINGTON #14 COLLIN EDWARDS #15 SINCERE RIDDLE #16 JOSH WATKINS #17 CARSON QUADAGNO #18 CONNER STREET #19 LAKEVIN OBRYANT #20 EDDIE STAFFORD #21 ISIAH FORD #22 DJ REESE #23 CARTEZ GAINES #24 JERMAINE TYLER

#30 RABON LATHAM #31 SAWYER KIRBY #32 GABE BOBBITT #33 KALEB COOPER #34 JUSTIN RANGEL #35 CAMERON REESE #40 LJ STRICKLAND IV #41 SKEETER STRICKLAND IV #42 JERMIAH HUGHEY #43 JOAKIM PGOUDA #44 SAM YERTA #50 TYLER CHUKUYEM #51 TALON GARRETT #52 MAYS MATTHEWS #53 JAQUAN HARRIS #54 JOA SENDERSKI #55 CAMERON MOON #56 JUDE PARROTT #57 JACKSON MUSGROVE #58 GARY ROSS ROSS

#87 JOZIAH JAMES #88 CJ MATHIS JR

#90 TANNER HARPER #91 ADAM WALTERS #92 JALEEL SHAKIR #94 BOUBACAR JALLOW

SOUTH PAULDING SPARTANS

SPARTAN FOOTBALL

#0 JOSHUA PGOUDA

#1 DRADEN FULBRIGHT

#2 THAI COLLINS

#3 BEN FARMER

#4 RYAN SEYMOUR

#5 CJ CARRINGTON

#6 ALBERT MCCOY

#7 BRANDEN STERLING

#11 CAMDEN JACKSON

#8 PARKER COLE

#9 TAVON WRIGHT

#10 CADE GRINSTEAD

SPARTAN FOOTBALL

#12 BRANNON FARMER

#13 KADE WIGGINGTON

#14 COLLIN EDWARDS

#15 SINCERE RIDDLE

#16 JOSH WATKINS

#17 CARSON QUADAGNO

#18 CONNER STREET

#19 LAKEVIN OBRYANT

#20 EDDIE STAFFORD

#21 ISIAH FORD

#22 DJ REESE

#23 CARTEZ GAINES

SPARTAN FOOTBALL

#24 JERMAINE TYLER

#25 LUCAS HAYES

#26 DEJON GOINS

#27 TY DOBSON

#28 JASE ARWOOD

#29 TOI BOYKIN

#30 RABON LATHAM

#31 SAWYER KIRBY

#32 GABE BOBBITT

#33 KALEB COOPER

#34 JUSTIN RANGEL

#35 CAMERON REESE

SPARTAN FOOTBALL

#40 LJ STRICKLAND IV

#41 SKEETER STRICKLAND IV

#42 JERMIAH HUGHEY

#43 JOAKIM PGOUDA

#50 TYLER CHUKUYEM

#51 TALON GARRETT

#52 MAYS MATTHEWS

#44 SAM YERTA

#55 CAMERON MOON

#53 JAQUAN HARRIS

#54 JOA SENDERSKI

#56 JUDE PARROTT

SPARTAN FOOTBALL

#58 GARY ROSS

#59 JD SWANN

#57 JACKSON MUSGROVE

#60 JAMES ABERNATHY

#64 MAHKI POWELL

#70 JAYCE SANKER

#71 DAHMARI THOMAS

#61 KAI KELLER

#74 CLATON DIXON

#75 WILL ANDERTON

#76 NATE PARISH

#73 MICAH GRIFFIN

SPARTAN FOOTBALL

#77 COOPER COX

#79 PARKER HARELSON

#80 JAMARIS MCCLENTON

#81 KOLE WEISMAN

#82 JOHN GRECO

#83 JEREMIAH WAGNER

#84 DAVID MCMILLIAN

#85 TYLER LEYSHON

#87 JOZIAH JAMES

#90 TANNER HARPER #91 ADAM WALTERS

#88 CJ MATHIS JR

#92 JALEEL SHAKIR #94 BOUBACAR JALLOW

FRESHMEN FOOTBALL ROSTER

KHAREED MCMILLIAN ISAIAH MURRY NOAH PARKER KARTER RUCKER EVAN SETTLE ANTONIO SHELNUTT JAYDEN SMITH XAVIER SMITH GAVYN SPENCER QUAMARIAN STEPHENS ISAIAH TAYLOR ALEX THORNTON

WYATT HARDEE TYSON HAWKE JAIDEN HERRERO JERAMY HIGHTOWER KAIDEN HOUSTON KYETH HOWARD GABRIEL HUDSON JOSHUA HUGHEY LAMONTAE HUZZIE CAMERON JOHNSON THERAN JOHNSON JAVIAN JONES KARANDJERI KONE NIGEL LOCKETT

BRYSON ARGO JUSTIN ARWOOD JOSHUA AVELINO LANDON BLAIR MICHAEL BROWN JR JOHNOTHAN BUCHANAN KEDRIN CLEPPER JR BRANDON COTA JAC COURSON

EMERY COWART BRAYLON DANIEL HAISON DEVINE BROOKS FILICE COLIN GORE

ALEX TRUJILLO ELIJAH WAGNER

SOUTH PAULDING SPARTANS

JR. VARSITY FOOTBALL ROSTER

JALEEL SHAKIR LJ STRICKLAND V DEJON GOINS CARTEZ GAINES TYLER LEYSHON JEREMIAH WAGNER CAMERON REESE JOZIAH JAMES JAQUAN HARRIS PARKER COLE KJ CLEPPER ASHER NAPPIER

LAWRENCE RICARDO HENRY III CJ MATHIS JR JASON ARWOOD LUCAS HAYES GARY ROSS LUCAS CHAPPELL TANNER HARPER BOUBACAR JALLOW CLAYTON DIXON ISAIAH M FORD COLLIN EDWARDS KOLE WEISMAN

AARON WATSON DAVID MCMILLIAN BRADEN MILLER ADAM WALTERS JD SWANN JOAO SENDERSKI JUSTIN RANGEL OBALE OBENOFUNDE PARKER HARRELSON ZYMIR STEWARD TOI BOYKIN KEILAN MCCULLOCH KYLE ZEKARIAS

SOUTH PAULDING SPARTANS

FRESHMEN FOOTBALL

BRYSON ARGO

JUSTIN ARWOOD

JOSHUA AVELINO

LANDON BLAIR

MICHAEL BROWN JR

JOHNOTHAN BUCHANAN

KEDRIN CLEPPER JR

BRANDON COTA

JAC COURSON

EMERY COWART

BRAYLON DANIEL

HAISON DEVINE

FRESHMEN FOOTBALL

BROOKS FILICE

COLIN GORE

WYATT HARDEE

TYSON HAWKE

JAIDEN HERRERO

JERAMY HIGHTOWER

KAIDEN HOUSTON

KYETH HOWARD

GABRIEL HUDSON

JOSHUA HUGHEY

LAMONTAE HUZZIE

CAMERON JOHNSON

FRESHMEN FOOTBALL

KHAREED MCMILLIAN

THERAN JOHNSON

JAVIAN JONES

KARANDJERI KONE

NIGEL LOCKETT

ANTONIO SHELNUTT

ISAIAH MURRY

NOAH PARKER

KARTER RUCKER

EVAN SETTLE

QUAMARIAN STEPHENS

ISAIAH TAYLOR

GAVYN SPENCER

JAYDEN SMITH

XAVIER SMITH

ELIJAH WAGNER

ALEX TRUJILLO

ALEX THORNTON

WILL WELTON, EMILY COLEMAN (SR. HEAD CAPTAIN), HAILEY GRACE COVERT, KAITLYN CAMP HEAD ATHLETIC TRAINER

Trainers & Sports Medicine

FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: MRS TONI FREEMAN-TEACHER SPONSOR, LINSEY WHITE (JR. CAPTAIN), NATALIE GLENN, NIA PATTON, PROMISE ATKINS, PAYTON HARRALSON, LESLIE SIBLEY, MAKAYLA KENNEDY, JAYCIE WOODRUFFE , HANNAH HATCHER, ADDISON PORTWOOD (SOPHOMORE CAPTAIN),

Emma Howe Jordan Munoz Payton Harrelson

Wishing you girls the best season yet!

Senior Cheer

2024 CHEER

SENIORS

CLASS OF

Board Certi ed Orthodontist Braces, Invisalign & Clear Braces

Cheer Coaches

TATIANA BARNES-BLANTON

BIO: Coach Blanton is originally from Atlanta, Georgia, and now resides in Villa Rica, Georgia with her husband of 8 years, Justin, and their three children. Growing up Coach Blanton cheered from 3rd grade and throughout high school. Following high school, she attended the University of West Georgia where she earned her BA in Special Education. She also has a Master of Education in Foundations in Behavior Analysis from the University of Cincinnati Online. She has been a part of the South Paulding community since 2016 and has been coaching at South Paulding High School since 2017. When Coach Blanton is not on the sidelines with her “big” kids, she enjoys watching her own children do the things they love. She is currently a VERY proud basketball, soccer, and dance mom.

VARSITY HEAD CHEER COACH FOOTBALL AND BASKETBALL

BIO: Grew up in Panama City, Florida. Biracial and speaks fluently in English and German. Spends time between visiting family in Germany and Panama City, Flori da. Enjoys traveling and learning about different cultures. She is a big Florida State Fan and enjoys the football season.

SAKINA BAILEY ASST. VARSITY CHEER COACH FOOTBALL AND BASKETBALL

TEACHING EXPERIENCE: 12 year as a teacher Taught grades K-8th general education and Gifted EDUCATION: Bachelors degree in elementary education K-6th Masters in Educational Leadership Specialist in Curriculum and Instruction

COACHING EXPERIENCE: Former Dancer 23 years, Dance instructor 15 years, Competitive Dance instructor/ Choreographer 8 years.

HOBBIES: She enjoys working with children and supporting them in all aspects of their learning careers.

VICTORIA SELLERS JV HEAD

BIO: Victoria Sellers, a native of Paulding County, is currently in her 2nd year teaching at South Paulding High School. Coach Sellers graduated from SPHS in 2017 and went on to graduate from Georgia Southern University where she obtained her Bachelors degree in Child and Family Development as well as a minor in Psychology. She is currently working towards her Masters degree in Special Education at the University of West Georgia. Outside of teaching and coaching, Coach Sellers enjoys spending time with her family, hanging with her besties and shopping... lots of shopping! This is Coach Sellers first year as the JV Cheer Coach and she has enjoyed building relationships with her girls and leading them to be the best they can be, on and off the field/court.

CHEER COACH FOOTBALL AND BASKETBALL

Varsity Cheer

Varsity

Cheer

Madilynn Arnold

Halle Arnold

Tristyn Chatham

Charlotte Colston

Chandler Edwards

Stella Evans

Jorja Ferguson

Abbie Freeman

Ansley Gay

Annabella Gravley

Payton Harrelson

Xavier Harris

Kelsie Hightower

Emma Howe

Hannah Keith

SOUTH PAULDING SPARTANS

Varsity

Cheer

Ella McCleskey

Jordan Munoz

Brynnan Muse

Callie O’Bannon

Breanna Ragsdale

Kiley Rowland

Jaelyn Sherman

Payton Shumake

Anna Taylor

SOUTH PAULDING SPARTANS

Jr. Varsity Cheer

Jr. Varsity Cheer

Emma Beaudin

Isabelle Beaudin

Alexis Brown

Alexandra Dilts

Daphne Folks

Tensley Greenwalt

Bailey Hayden

Willow Hembree

Kaylie Mozley

Macie Page

Ansleigh Parker

Kylie Sutton

Andrea Taylor

Addie Williams

Krystin Wright

SOUTH PAULDING SPARTANS

GO SOUTH!

We hope you all have an amazing senior year! Love, The Senior Cheer Parents

BAND DIRECTORS of South Paulding SPIRIT

MR. MCCONNELL - DIRECTOR OF BANDS

Mr. McConnell has been the Director of Bands at South Paulding High School since 2014. A resident of Villa Rica, Mr. McConnell graduated from Lithia Springs High School in 2003. It was at Lithia Springs High School that he met the love of his life, Mrs. Mary Frances McConnell. He attended The University of Georgia and graduated in 2007 with his Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education. Mr. McConnell was a four year member of the University of Georgia’s Redcoat Band, where he served as a saxophone player, saxophone section leader, and drum major. In December of 2018, Mr. McConnell earned his Master’s Degree in Music Education from The University of West Georgia. Mr. McConnell is currently in his fourteenth year of teaching. Over those fourteen years, his bands have won multiple awards and accolades.

Mr. McConnell was the South Paulding High School Teacher of the Year for the 2018-2019 school year. Mr. McConnell was the Lithia Springs High School Teacher of the Year for the 2012-2013 school year and the Douglas County School System High School Teacher of the Year for the 2012-2013 school year. Mr. McConnell is a member of the Georgia Music Educators Association, where he served from 2018-2020 as the Georgia Music Educators Association District Chair for District VII. Mr. McConnell is also a member of the National Association for Music Education. Mr. McConnell currently serves as the Fine Arts Department Chair at South Paulding High School. The South Paulding High School Band, under the direction of Mr. McConnell, was awarded the Georgia Music Educators Exemplary Performance Award in 2018. Mr. McConnell’s bands have performed both domestically and internationally. In 2015, Mr. McConnell led the South Paulding High School Band to London to perform in the London New Year’s Day Parade. In February of 2019, Mr. McConnell led the Spirit of South Paulding Marching Band to Hawaii, where they performed at Pearl Harbor. This year the band will perform in the 2023 Hollywood Christmas Parade. Mr. McConnell has two sons, Ian (15) and Jonah (11).

MR. LIGHTNER - ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTOR Mr. Andrew Lightner is the Assistant Band Director at South Paulding High School. He and his family reside in Douglasville, GA. Mr. Lightner just celebrated his 13th wedding anniversary with his wife, Emily. He has two amazing girls, Anna Grace (10), and Brooklyn Faith (7) as well as three wonderful pups Lilly, Bella, and Rosie. Lightner’s past accolades include directing Point Indoor Percussion, a WGI percussion finalist as well as Point Winds Theater, a two time medalist at WGI World Championships in Dayton, OH. In his continuing education, Lightner is in the final stages of his doctoral dissertation on the fear of failure in band sight-reading at Liberty University. Beyond the classroom, Mr. Lightner enjoys camping, auto and motorcycle mechanics, spending time with family and friends, and traveling to new places.

SOUTH PAULDING SPARTANS

MARCHING BAND of South Paulding SPIRIT

BAND ROSTER of South Paulding SPIRIT

Ellie Sara

Altman Altman

Mellophone Mellophone Mellophone Mellophone Sousaphone Sousaphone Sousaphone Sousaphone Sousaphone Sousaphone Sousaphone Sousaphone

Taylor

Thomas Walker Wenhold

Colorguard Colorguard Colorguard Drum Major Drum Major

Elizabeth Hayden Ryder Rafele Jayden Kadence

Birdsong

Alto Saxophone Alto Saxophone Alto Saxophone Alto Saxophone Alto Saxophone Alto Saxophone Alto Saxophone Alto Saxophone Alto Saxophone Alto Saxophone Alto Saxophone Alto Saxophone Alto Saxophone Alto Saxophone

Kali

Brown

Harper Arashel

Crew

Ashlee

Calhoun

Roblero Bryant Mullenix

Yoshi

Garcia Kelley

Jones Peters

Noah

Autumn Sawyer Hunter

Hayden

Williams

Drumline Drumline Drumline Drumline Drumline Drumline Drumline Drumline Drumline Drumline

Slay

Paula

Washington Sousaphone

Crofts

Shelby

Wright Akins Carapia

CJ

Anderson Buchanon

Ian

Faulkner Pleasant

Alexander

Jacob Calvin

Chris

Juan

Crane Dukes

Tristan Jackson

Garner

Stanford Maggie

Fulks

Elizabeth William Brannon

Lund

Graham Leggett Martin Baulding Delaney Williams

Frederic

Aiden Jamie

Plunkett

Taylor

Moon

Fain

Colin

Riley Luke

Adams Swann Adams Carapia

Tenor Saxophone Tenor Saxophone

Ian

McConnell

Maliya

CJ

Souther

Mackenzie

Clarinet Clarinet Clarinet Clarinet Clarinet Clarinet Clarinet Clarinet Clarinet Clarinet Clarinet Clarinet Clarinet

Leanne

Trombone Trombone Trombone Trombone Trombone Trombone Trombone Trombone Trombone Trombone Trumpet Trumpet Trumpet Trumpet Trumpet Trumpet Trumpet Trumpet Trumpet Trumpet Trumpet Trumpet Trumpet

Kadence

Crew

Euphonium Euphonium Euphonium Euphonium Euphonium

Madelyn

Dulce

Devin

Leeson Kemp Loop Sundy Brewton Hatcher Howard

Leslie Cecilia

Adams Akins Besso

Jackson

King

Jessica

Mark Jack

Berryhill

Nathaniel

Jada

Clark Daley

Faith

McKenzie Christain

Crawford

Tatiana Atreyu Kaeleigh Roderick

McKayla Hannah

Flute Flute Flute Flute Flute Flute Flute Flute Flute Flute Flute

Harris

Newbold

Mary-Elizabeth Hicks

Walker

Amy

Megan Chenoa

Kirkwood McMichen Parrott Shelnutt Anderson Dockery

Williams

Adeline Natalie Zah’Jay

Beck

Alya

Word

Flessas Jackson

McKenzie Matthew

Chloe Jared Ashley Faithe

Darnell

Gay Tate

Emily Jacob Maddi

Ross

Emma

Swanson

EmmyLou

Colorguard Colorguard Colorguard Colorguard Colorguard Colorguard Colorguard Colorguard Colorguard Colorguard Colorguard Colorguard Colorguard Colorguard Colorguard Colorguard

Warner Whyte Cranford

Sell

Helin

Garcia

Barauch

Kerigan

Ward

Evelyn Kaylee Natalie Lauren Brittany Jazlene

Knox

Caleb

Elizabeth

Whittaker Glazener

Whitmore

Aj

Dankenbrink Trumpet

Alina

Front Ensemble Front Ensemble Front Ensemble Front Ensemble Front Ensemble Front Ensemble Front Ensemble Front Ensemble Front Ensemble Front Ensemble Front Ensemble

Fischer

Madalen

Driver França Garcia

Zeruiah Ahlyssa Brianna Amaris

Jackson

Allen

Tiago Sofia Wyatt Colton Dylan Aiden

Price

Bacon Craig

Revelle

Orr

Agbabiaka

Anna Leah

Hall

Robinson

Joey

Bunch Larson Patlan

Henson Herring

White Woods Smith

Holden Angel

Isabella

Asia Adia

Jones

Ray Anthony

Tenor Saxophone

Lily

Robinson Thomason

McCullum McIntyre

Havanah

Ezell

Trumpet

Abella

Kaelie

Payton

Knight

Flute

Tyler

Bragg Moore

Hannah Abigayle

Orr

Kayleigh

Mellophone

Pope

STANTON FULKS

To our favorite football player… We love you!!! Love, Mom, Dad, Daphne & Stanford

Volleyball

Volleyball

CROSS COUNTRY COACH

COACH RHONDA KELLEY Hello. I am Coach Kelley. I am the head boys cross country coach for the 2023-2024 season. This is my first season as a cross country coach. This is my 27th year in education and my 9th year at South. I have coached boy’s tennis as well as CoEd Track & Field here at South. I have been both an assistant coach and head coach throughout the years. Overall, this will be my 6th year coaching student athletes.

I have lived in Paulding County for 27 years. My son graduated from South in 2020. My daughter is currently a senior at South. I began coaching at South because my children were involved in sports. I enjoy coaching because I have the privilege of helping my student athletes not only improve their performance but grow and mature as people. With that comes joy.

CROSS COUNTRY SCHEDULE

8/19 ZACK WANSLEY CLASH 8/26 BOB BLASTOW 9/9

ORTHOWEST INVITATIONAL 9/16 WIRE2WIRE XC INVITATIONAL 9/23 PAULDING COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIP 10/7 ATLANTA CLASSIC 10/14 THE VILLAGE 5K & FAMILY FUN RUN (PUT ON BY PEF) 10/24 GHSA 6A – REGION 5

CROSS COUNTRY

BOYS: DYLAN HAYES CALEB KNOX

BOYS: ANDREW TAYLOR ANDREW JUSTICE XANDER OWEN LUKE MAHANEY CAYDEN ROGERS ETHAN DEVITTA GRIFFIN ZENUS

GIRLS: KATELYN WITKOWSKI KENIA LEYVA ALAINA HARDIGREE ARIANNA DEVITTA ADDISON BOHMAN ELENA PASCOE HANNAH NOLAND

TYLER O’BANNON THOMAS WATSON DANIEL LOPEZ COOPER MEDLEY KEVIN BYTHWOOD JOHN BADAMI

Softball Schedule

DAY

DATE

OPPONENT

LOCATION

V

JV

TUES

8/8/23

KENNESAW MTN

HOME

7PM

5PM 7PM

THURS 8/10/23

ALLATOONA (COACH O DEDICATION)

HOME

5PM FRI

8/11/23 8/11/23 8/12/23 8/12/23 8/15/23

JV RED AND BLACK JV RED AND BLACK LEAD OFF SLAM (V) LEAD OFF SLAM (V)

TBA TBA

TBA TBA

FRI

SAT SAT

EAST CARROLL EAST CARROLL

TBA TBA 7PM 7PM 7PM 7PM 6PM TBA TBA 7PM 7PM 7PM 6PM TBA TBA 7PM

TUES

*ALEXANDER

AHS NHS

5PM 5PM 5PM 5PM

THURS 8/17/23

*NEWNAN VILLA RICA

MON TUES WED SAT SAT MON TUES

8/21/2023 8/22/2023 8/23/2023 8/26/2023 8/26/2023 8/28/2023 8/29/2023

HOME HOME HGHS HOME

*PAULDING COUNTY

HILLGROVE (JV)

5:30PM

THURS 8/24/2023

*LANGSTON HUGHES

TITAN/WARRIOR CLASSIC (V) VICTOR LORD PARK TITAN/WARRIOR CLASSIC (V) VICTOR LORD PARK

WOODSTOCK

HOME HOME EPMS NPHS HOME HOME HOME HOME HOME PCHS HOME LHHS NMHS HOME HOME

5PM

*DOUGLAS COUNTY *EAST PAULDING NORTH PAULDING *NEW MANCHESTER TROJAN SLAM (V) TROJAN SLAM (V) EAST PAULDING (JV) EAST PAULDING (JV) *PAULDING COUNTY NORTH PAULDING *LANGSTON HUGHES *DOUGLAS COUNTY *NEW MANCHESTER *ALEXANDER *NEWNAN

5:30PM

THURS 8/31/2023

5PM 5PM

WED

9/6/23

THURS 9/7/23

SAT SAT

9/9/23 9/9/23 9/12/23 9/18/23 9/18/23 9/19/23 9/20/23

EAST CARROLL EAST CARROLL

TUES

5PM

THURS 9/14/23

MON MON TUES WED

5PM 7PM 5PM 5PM

7PM 7PM 6PM

THURS 9/21/23

TUES TUES

9/26/2023

NORTH DOUGLAS COMPLEX 5:30PM

10/3/23

6PM 6PM

THURS 10/5/23

*EAST PAULDING

MON WED

10/9/23 10/10/23

HILLGROVE SEQUOYAH

5:30PM

SHS

6PM

SOFTBALL SENIORS class of 2024

Softball Coaches

Coach Graham is beginning his 3nd year at South Paulding High School and entering his first year as Head Coach of the softball program. Previously he was the Head Baseball and Softball coach at Chapel Hill High school. Under his 3-year tenure the Softball team won a region championship, region runner-up and made the playoffs every year. Coach Graham lead the Panthers softball team to 2 sweet 16 appearances in 3 seasons. In 2018 he was named GACA Region 5 AAAA Coach of the Year. As the Head Coach of the Panthers Baseball team, he led them to the first playoff appearance in 7 years. Coach Graham has made coaching stops at South Central Middle (2008-2012), Augusta State University (2012-2013), Haralson County High (2013-2014), Villa Rica High (2014-2016), and Chapel Hill High (2016-2021). Coach Graham is a graduate of Douglas County High School and played collegiate baseball at ABAC. He graduated from the University of West Georgia with a Bachelor of Science degree in Health and Physical Education and completed his master’s degree in Human Performance at Jacksonville State University. Coach Graham and his wife, Melissa, have 3 children Joanna (11), Clayton (8), and Wade (6).

COACH ADAM GRAHAM HEAD COACH SOFTBALL ASSISTANT COACH BASEBALL

Coach Beecham enters his fifth year as an assistant coach with the Spartan Softball Program and will also serve as the head JV coach. He was born in Cleveland, TN, and raised in Cedartown, GA, where he graduated from Cedartown High School. He served in the United States Army from 1984-1995, serving all over the world. Coach Beecham earned a B.S. in Middle Grades Social Studies and Science from the University of West Georgia. He also earned a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership from Jacksonville State University. He earned an Educational Specialist Degree in Curriculum from Piedmont College. He taught at Stewart Middle School from 2002-2003, South Paulding Middle School from 2003-2015, Carrollton Junior High School from 2015-2017, and Scoggins Middle School from 2017-present. Coach Beecham has taught 6th, 7th, and 8th grade science, 6th, 7th, and 8th grade social studies, and physical education and was named the Scoggins Teacher of the Year for 2020-2021. His coaching experience includes head coach Junior High Tennis (boys and girls), head coach Junior High School swimming (boys and girls), head coach 7th grade football at South Paulding Middle School, assistant middle school football coach (linebackers and receivers), and assistant middle school softball coach. He has also served as assistant soccer coach, 9th grade head football coach, and varsity assistant football coach at South Paulding High School. Coach Beecham and his wife of twenty- three years, Jennifer, have two children, Zachary a senior at the University of Georgia, and Emily a sophomore at the University of Georgia. He enjoys playing golf and reading.

COACH CHARLIE BEECHAM – JV HEAD COACH/ VARSITY ASSISTANT COACH

SOUTH PAULDING SPARTANS